Guide
How to Create SRT Subtitles from a Video
SRT subtitles make video content easier to watch, search, translate, and edit. They are also helpful for viewers who watch without sound or need captions for accessibility. AAAI Tools can generate an SRT file from a short video so you can start with a structured subtitle draft instead of typing every line manually.
1. Start with clear source audio
Subtitle quality depends heavily on audio quality. Use the cleanest version of your video, avoid heavy background music, and reduce noise where possible. If the recording contains multiple speakers, try to make sure each speaker is audible and not talking over others.
2. Upload the video
AAAI Tools supports common formats such as MP4, MOV, and WebM. Choose the file, select automatic language detection or a specific language, and start the transcription job. Short files usually process faster than long or noisy recordings.
3. Download the SRT output
When the job is complete, download the SRT file. An SRT file contains caption text with timestamps, which lets video editors and publishing platforms place each line at the correct time.
4. Review before publishing
Automated captions are a starting point, not a final editorial review. Check names, technical terms, punctuation, speaker changes, and line breaks. If a phrase is hard to hear, compare the transcript with the original audio before publishing.
5. Import into your video workflow
Most video editing and hosting tools can import SRT captions. After importing, preview the video with captions enabled. Adjust timing if captions appear too early, too late, or stay on screen longer than needed.